SmorgasBorg: A Star Trek Universe Podcast

Episode 56- Star Trek: Strange New Worlds- S2 E8-10

We return after yet another unintentional hiatus to finish off season 2 of Strange New Worlds. How did we feel about the musical? Was the season a successful follow-up? Tune in to find out!

Episode 55- Star Trek: Strange New Worlds- "Those Old Scientists"

We're here to talk about a very special episode of Strange New Worlds- CROSSOVER!!!!! Did we love it as much as we thought we would? Come on in and find out!

Episode 54- Star Trek: Strange New Worlds- Episodes 4-6

We have returned to discuss another trio of episodes from season two of Strange New Worlds. How is the series going? Join us to find out our thoughts!

Episode 53- Star Trek: Strange New Worlds- Season 2, Episodes 1-3

We have returned, along with Strange New Worlds. We're diving into this series on our show in-depth for the first time! Join us as we discuss the first three episodes of the second season.

Episode 52- Star Trek: Picard- Season 3 Wrap-up

The boys are back to discuss the final stretch of Picard. How did the show handle the reunion, how were the cameos, etc. You know what we do here, so listen if ya wanna.

Episode 51- Star Trek: Picard- "Imposters"

Welp, we recorded another one. After the events of this episode we talked and decided we absolutely HAD to talk about it. So we did.

Episode 50- Star Trek: Picard- Episodes 2-4

We're continuing our discussion of the third season of Star Trek: Picard. Jump on in to hear what we think of the season so far!

Episode 49- Star Trek: Picard- "The Next Generation"

We're back to discuss the season 3 premiere of Star Trek: Picard. Join us as we discuss the ups and downs of this first episode!

Episode 48- Star Trek: Lower Decks- ""Trusted Sources" and "The Stars at Night"

We're back to talk about the final two episodes of Lower Decks season 3. We also discuss the season as a whole and how it stacks up against the previous two. Come join us!

Episode 47- Star Trek: Lower Decks- "A Mathematically Perfect Redemption" and "Crisis Point 2: Paradoxus"

We have returned to discuss episodes 7 and 8 of season 3 of Lower Decks. We also talk about the NYCC Picard Season 3 trailer. There may be some audio issues as my usual editing program decided not to work. Anyway, we're here- join us!

Episode 46- Star Trek: Lower Decks- "Reflections" and "Hear All, Trust Nothing"

We have returned to talk about episodes 5 and 6 of Lower Decks' third season. Yeah, we're behind again, imagine that. Join us!

Episode 45- Star Trek: Lower Decks- "Mining the Mind's Mines" and "Room for Growth"

The boys are back to talk about the two most recent episodes of Lower Decks. What did we like? What would change? Join us and find out!

Episode 44- Star Trek: Lower Decks SEASON 3!- "Grounded" and "The Least Dangerous Game"

Season three of Lower Decks is here! And we're back to cover the first two episodes, "Grounded" and "The Least Dangerous Game". We definitely go off on some tangents, so try to keep up!

Episode 43- Picard Season 2 Recap

We're back! Yes, we have finally returned from our extended hiatus, and we're here to discuss the second season of Star Trek: Picard. Join us as we recap, review, and rate the entire season. We also discuss the various Trek panels from San Diego Comic-Con. Thanks for sticking around!

Episode 42- Star Trek: Discovery- S4E10-13

We have returned to close out the fourth season of Disco! Find out why it took us so long to finish it off and what we thought about these episodes and the season as a whole.

Episode 41- Star Trek: Discovery- "Rubicon"

We're back with a review of the ninth episode of Disco season 4. Not gonna bury the lede here, not our favorite episode. Join us in our hate!

Episode 40- Star Trek: Discovery- "All In"

Episode 39- Star Trek: Discovery- "Stormy Weather" and "...But to Connect"

We're here to cover episodes 6 and 7 of Disco season 4. There may be a few audio issues. Join us and hear what we thought of the final episodes before the break, and what we're looking forward to when it returns.

Episode 38- Star Trek: Discovery- "The Examples"

We have returned for the fifth episode of Star Trek: Discovery's fourth season, "The Examples". Join us as we discuss the merits and disappointments of the episode, as well as all the other stuff we ended up talking about.

Episode 37- Star Trek: Discovery- "All is Possible"

We're here to discuss the fourth episode of Star Trek: Discovery's fourth season- "All is Possible". We definitely stayed on track better than last time, so come on down and join us.

Episode 36- Star Trek: Discovery- "Choose to Live"

Hey, we're back to recap and review episode 3 of Star Trek: Discovery season 4- "Choose to Live". We also get off topic and discuss Spider-Man: No Way Home and Hawkeye. So, stop on by!

Episode 35- Star Trek: Discovery- "Anomaly"

We're back to talk about the second episode of Disco's fourth season- "Anomaly". We get into the highs and lows about the episode as well as the current state of Trek as a whole.

Episode 34- Star Trek: Discovery- "Kobayashi Maru"

Disco is back, baby! And we're back to talk about the season 4 premiere, "Kobayashi Maru". Find out what we thought about this newest entry into the Star Trek world.

Episode 33- Star Trek: Lower Decks- "wej Duj" and "First Contact"

Here we come with analysis of the final two episodes of Lower Decks season 2! How did they finish off the season? Is one of the episodes mind-blowingly spectacular? Listen and find out!

Episode 32- Star Trek: Lower Decks- "Where Pleasant Fountains Lie" and "I, Excretus"

We're back for a long-winded discussion about episodes 7&8 of Star Trek: Lower Decks' second season. Neil was a bit tipsy, so hopefully it makes sense.

Episode 31- Star Trek: Lower Decks- "An Embarrassment of Dooplers" and "The Spy Humongous"

Back again after another unintentional hiatus for more Lower Decks! This week we're on episodes 5 and 6 of season 2- "An Embarrassment of Dooplers" and "The Spy Humongous". Has the season picked up, or has it continued on the same path? Listen to find out!

Episode 30- Star Trek: Lower Decks- "We'll Always Have Tom Paris" and "Mugato, Gumato"

We're finally back with the next two episodes of Lower Decks! Join us to hear our thoughts.

Episode 29- Star Trek: Lower Decks- "Strange Energies" & "Kayshon, His Eyes Open"

Lower Decks season 2 is here! We're pausing our Continuum Chronicles to focus on new Trek content. We begin with the first two episode of season 2- "Strange Energies" and "Kayshon, His Eyes Open".

Episode 28- Star Trek: TOS- "The Squire of Gothos"

We're kicking off our Q series with a bit of a controversial choice- an Original Series episode that in retrospect may be the first appearance of the Continuum. That's right, we're covering "The Squire of Gothos".

Episode 27- Star Trek: DS9- "The Emperor's New Cloak"

We've finally reached the end of our Mirror Chronicles with this quirky little episode from the final season of Deep Space Nine- "The Emperor's New Cloak". and we also catch up on Trek news and whatnot, since it's been a bit since our last episode. Enjoy!

Episode 26- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine- "Resurrection"

We've reached the penultimate episode of our Mirror Chronicles with this discussion of the 8th episode of the 6th season of DS9- "Resurrection". We talk about the episode, as well as some other interesting Trek news. Join us, won't you?

Episode 25- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine- "Shattered Mirror"

We're getting near the end of our Mirror Chronicles, and this week we're talking about DS9's third entry- "Shattered Mirror", the 19th episode of season 4. Join us for our discussion!

Episode 24- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine- "Through the Looking Glass"

We're continuing our journey through the Mirror Universe this week with DS9's second Mirror episode- "Through the Looking Glass". Find out what we think about this one, and let us know what you think we should do for our next set of episodes.

Episode 23- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine- "Crossover"

We're continuing our foray into the Mirror Universe with the first of five DS9 mirror episodes- "Crossover". We also talk a bit about the First Contact Day panels from a couple weeks ago.

BONUS EPISODE- Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home- Crossover Spectacular w/MFTH

We're back at it with our good friend Paul, of Movies From the Hart, to talk about the culmination of the "accidental trilogy"- Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home. Or, as it's more affectionately referred to, "The one with the whales". We break it down, and move on to the future, much like George and Gracie. So put up your 'hawks, crank up the volume, and join us for this wild ride!

BONUS EPISODE: An Evening with Dr. Phlox

We had the pleasure of chatting with the one and only John Billingsley on an array of subjects including politics, comic books, theatre, and bestiality. Good times! And we also talk extensively about his non-profit, Hollywood Food Coalition, that provides many provisions for unhoused and marginalized folks. hofoco.org IG: @hollywoodfoodco Twitter: @HollywoodFoodCo

Episode 22- Star Trek: TOS- "Mirror, Mirror"

We're continuing our foray into the Mirror Universe this week with the OG "Mirror, Mirror"- the episode that started it all. Watching these in chronological order has certainly led to some surprising discoveries, and this one is no different. Plus, we have a pretty big announcement this week. Boldly go and listen.

Episode 21- Star Trek: Discovery- Disco Mirror

In the second installment of our continuing series on the Mirror Universe, we talk about the Star Trek: Discovery first season episodes "Into the Forest I Go", "Despite Yourself", "The Wolf Inside", "Vaulting Ambition", and "What's Past is Prologue".

Episode 20- Star Trek: Enterprise- "In a Mirror, Darkly"

Welcome to the first installment of our Mirror Chronicles, where we will discuss the Star Trek episodes dealing with the ever popular Mirror Universe. We begin with the first chronological episodes, the two-part "In a Mirror, Darkly" from Star Trek: Enterprise season 4.

BONUS EPISODE- Star Trek III: The Search for Spock Crossover Spectacular

We're back at it to talk about the imperfect follow-up to Wrath of Khan- Star Trek III: The Search for Spock. Teaming up with wonderful Paul Hart of Movies From the Hart is always a joy, and David definitely is dead in this one!

Episode 19- Star Trek: Lower Decks and Discovery

Now that both Lower Decks and Disco have finished their first and third seasons, respectively, we decided to talk more holistically about said seasons. We rate the seasons overall, as well as speculate what future seasons may entail. Join us in putting these seasons to bed.

Episode 18- Star Trek: Discovery- "That Hope is You, Part 2"

And here we are, the finale of Star Trek: Discovery season 3. Ensign Steve and #1 Neil discuss the end of the journey of currently airing new Trek with this week's episode, "That Hope is You, Part 2". But don't worry- we're just getting started!

Episode 17- Star Trek: Discovery- "There is a Tide..."

Buckle up for a long one as Steven and Neil talk about the penultimate episode of Star Trek: Discovery's third season, "There is a Tide.." What tide that is, we don't know, but we get into some philosophical examinations of what the Federation stands for, and what it means to be a fan of an ever-changing franchise.

Episode 16- Star Trek: Discovery- "Su'Kal"

In this episode, Steven and Neil discuss Star Trek: Discovery's 11th episode of season three- "Su'Kal". And let's be honest here- if you've seen the episode, you probably know how we felt about it because you're probably thinking the same damn thing.

Episode 15- Star Trek: Discovery- "Terra Firma, Part 2"

In this one we discuss the gripping conclusion to this two-part foray into the Mirror Universe, ranging from such topics as Star Trek: Discovery's 10th episode of season three to the new miniseries adaptation of Stephen King's The Stand (also on CBS All-Access). Yeah. Good times. Also want to give a shout out to our vocal contributors Angela Squire and Dan Ramirez for providing us with their dulcet tones.

BONUS EPISODE- Noah Averbach-Katz Interview

We had the pleasure of chatting with the amazing Ryn himself- Noah Averbach-Katz from Star Trek: Discovery season 3! An absolute delight of a human, and full of fun stories and insights. Check out the charity work he does and donate: https://www.t1international.com/ Also, give him a follow on Twitter: @N_A_K

Episode 14- Star Trek: Discovery- "Terra Firma, Part 1"

Your favorite guys are back to talk about Star Trek: Discovery's newest entry into season 3- "Terra Firma, Part 1". We speculate about next week's episode, and we talk about our feelings on Disco's Mirror Universe in general.

Episode 13- Star Trek: Discovery- "The Sanctuary"

We're back with our regularly scheduled episode! In this one we discuss Star Trek: Discovery's eight episode of season 3- "The Sanctuary". There might be more disagreement than usual in this one, but you'll have to tune in to find out.

BONUS EPISODE- Star Trek II: The Wrath of Kahn Crossover Spectacular

We're changing things up a bit this time and we're doing a deep dive on a film that many consider to be the pinnacle of all Star Trek Films. That's right, we talk Wrath of Khan! And we're not alone- this is our first Crossover Spectacular with Movies From the Hart! So come on into the private screening room and join us for the ride.

Episode 12- Star Trek: Discovery- "Unification III"

Here is the long anticipated third part of the famed Unification trilogy, finally brought to its conclusion in episode 7 of Star Trek: Discovery's 3rd season. Right. So, the boys discuss the episode and vent some ongoing frustrations whilst Ensign Steve takes some well-deserved victory laps for some of his predictions. Enjoy!